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Sederunt books of the Trustees of James Ballantyne and Company, Edinburgh., 1828-1841.

 Sub-Series
Identifier: MSS.112-114

Scope and Contents

As Sir Walter Scott was a partner, the books also contain minutes of the meetings of his trustees and of his creditors, statements regarding the progress, printing, sales, etc., of the Waverley Novels and other works of Scott, and copies of Sir Walter’s letters connected therewith.

Dates

  • Creation: 1828-1841.

Conditions Governing Access

Normal access conditions apply.

Conditions Governing Use

Normal reproduction conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.

Extent

3 Volumes

Language of Materials

From the Series: Undetermined

Other Finding Aids

There is a list of contents in each volume.

Bibliography

See James Milligan, "Walter Scott’s heroic struggle", in 'English Review', February 1929, page 204.

Repository Details

Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository

Contact:
Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
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